Ragan Top Places to Work in Communications | 2026

Integral has been named to Ragan’s 2026 Top Places to Work in Communications list, recognizing organizations that set the standard for culture, leadership and excellence in the communications profession.

PRNEWS Agency Elite 100 | 2026

For the 6th consecutive year, PRNEWS named Integral as one of the top 100 most innovative PR & communications firms in the business. Noted: our work creating engaging, digital workplaces that go beyond the intranet and integrated ecosystems of digital channels for internal communication.

IPR Top 16 PR Insights | 2024

IRP recognized the Integral Index as one of the top research studies in the field for 2024. The Index is a study of 2,000 US employees, conducted in partnership with the Harris Poll. The Index examines the trends that drive employees’ emotions, mindset and – critically – behavior.

PRNEWS Agency Elite 100 | 2024

For the 4th consecutive year, PRNEWS named Integral as one of the top 100 most innovative PR & communications firms in the business. Noted: our work creating engaging, digital workplaces that go beyond the intranet and integrated ecosystems of digital channels for internal communication.

PRNEWS Agency Elite 100 | 2023

Integral was named one of the top 100 most innovative PR & communications firms in the business, with PRNEWS noting our Integral Index which measures employee sentiment and engagement on a range of topics and issues.

Ragan’s Employee Communications Awards | 2022

Integral was named as a finalist for our intranet series on the US Chips Act legislative developments for our client, Lam Research.

PRNEWS Agency Elite 100 | 2022

For the second consecutive year, Integral was named one of the top 100 most innovative PR & communications firms in the business.

Page Up Innovation Award | 2022

Congrats to our client Dan Nestle of LIXIL, who won this award for a communications campaign that used marketing technology to generate more than 1.6M impressions and drive brand awareness.

Ragan Video, Virtual & Visual Awards | 2021

Integral won the category for Best Employee Communications Design on behalf of its client Lam Research. The winning entry featured designs for multiple elements of Lam’s employee Pride Month campaign.

Ragan Employee Communications Awards | 2021

Integral earned Honorable Mention for its change communications program on behalf of its client IBM. 

Institute of Internal Communications Agency of the Year | 2021

Integral was named Agency of the Year for its overall impact on client work and contributions to the field of employee communications.

PRNEWS Agency Elite 100 | 2021

Integral was named one of the top 100 most innovative PR & communications firms in the business.

Ragan Top Women in Communications Award | 2026

Carolina Mata, Senior VP of Employee Communications, has been recognized by Ragan as a Top Woman in Communications for her leadership in strategic communications and her impact across client organizations.

Maine PR Council Golden Arrow Award  | 2023

John Buchholz, Director, Communications & Strategy has been recognized by the Maine PR Council with their Golden Arrow Award for his work on behalf of Lam Research.

Ragan’s Communicators of the Year Awards | 2023

John Buchholz, our Director, Communications & Strategy has been recognized as a Communications Writer of the Year for his work revitalizing a dormant website for PR execs and crafted timely updates on the semiconductor industry for internal readers.

Ragan’s Communicators of the Year Awards | 2023

Crystal Jeffs, our Vice President, Employee Experience & Operations has been recognized as a Dynamic Doer for her work on many accounts, planning a leader summit, working with luxury fashion clients, coaching and mentoring her direct reports and more.

PR Week Dashboard 25 | 2022

Ethan McCarty, Founder and CEO of Integral, was named one of the 25 most influential people in communications technology, representing the enterprises that are shaping the tech stack.

Ragan Top Women in Communications Rising Star | 2022

Taylor Shawver, Integral’s Vice President, Strategy & Culture, was recognized as a Rising Star; awarded to those whose dedication and contributions to the communications industry are making a significant impact in their day-to-day job, career and advancing the profession.

PRSA New York 15 Under 35 | 2022
Shantel Risher, a Client Relationship Manager at Integral, was recognized for being an emerging leader; one who is paving the way for an exciting and more inclusive future in the industry and beyond.

Institute for Public Relations Trustee | 2022

Ethan McCarty, Founder and CEO of Integral, was named a Trustee of the Institute for Public Relations and Director of Organizational Communications Research Commission, recognizing his contributions to the field of employee communications research.

PRNEWS Top Women Awards Rising Star | 2022

Taylor Shawver, Integral’s Co-Founder and Vice President of Strategy & Culture, awarded to those individuals making an impact on their organization, whether that’s leading the brand out of a crisis, breaking into new markets, engaging a new audience or mentoring other colleagues.

Switchboard Kindess at Work Honor Roll | 2022

Kari McLean, Integral’s Senior Manager, Content & Marketing, was named to this inaugural list, which recognizes employees who exemplify empathy for their colleagues.